2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 266 kg more than 2011 Acura MDX.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Acura MDX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Suburban | MDX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |